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New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival
One of a kind celebration of the unique culture and heritage of New Orleans and Louisiana with a true jazz spirit
Plantation Pilgrimage
If you are in New Orleans or Baton Rouge, you just can't miss seeing the old plantations!
New Orleans Red Dress Run
A flamboyant run in red dresses accompanied by great music and plenty of beer
St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations
New Orleans changes the perceptions of St. Patrick's Day celebration
Shrimps
Although available year-round frozen shrimps are nothing like fresh white and brown ones!
Tennessee Williams Literary Festival
Even if you are not a fan of literature, nothing in New Orleans is ever boring!
Sno-Ball
Sno-ball, not snow cone, is New Orleans' favourite armour against the long summer heat
Crawfish Season
It's crawfish time! Definitely the most important food season in New Orleans
Wild Alligator
Farm raised alligator is available all year, but it is also more expensive than the wild alligator, available only during this period
Oysters
Although Louisiana oysters are available year round, best time are the cooler months
New Orleans World Naked Bike Ride
New Orleans has been taking part in the World Naked Bike Ride since 2009
Swamp Tours
The most exciting and easy way to discover Louisiana's famous swamps and bayous
Southern Decadence
Known as Gay Mardi Gras, the festival is extravagant and joyful
New Orleans 4th of July Fireworks & Events
The Big Easy City is great at celebrating! Summers here are hot, and so are the festivities
Krewe of Boo Halloween Parade
New Orleans would never miss a chance to dress up and party
NOLA ChristmasFest
Get into Christmas spirit, meet Santa and celebrate winter in New Orleans
Krewe of Jingle Parade
The official New Orleans holiday parade delights locals and visitors
Lake Pontchartrain Causeway Bridge
The world's longest continious bridge over a body of water
State Fair of Louisiana
Dancing poodles, rodeo and other traditional entertainment
Louisiana Renaissance Festival
One great adventure with a theater, a theme park, and an educational experience
Mudbug Madness Festival
One of the biggest and most popular Cajun festivals in Louisiana
Louisiana Marathon
A fast and flat race followed by a vibrant Louisiana-style celebration
Christmas Lights in Louisiana
The best and the brightest displays in the Pelican State
Natchitoches Christmas Festival
Treat yourself to the oldest community-based holiday lights display in America
Lafayette Mardi Gras
The flamboyant and authentic carnival of Southern Louisiana
Lake Charles Mardi Gras
A family-friendly celebration with plenty of parades and delicious food
Greater Baton Rouge State Fair
Family event with over 50 years of history and a social mission
Southwest Louisiana Hot Air Balloon and Kite Festival
One of the largest ballooning events in the state
New Year in New Orleans
Fleur De Lis drop and a fireworks display over the Mississippi on New Year's Eve and college football on New Year's Day—New Orleans knows how to celebrate in style
New Year's Eve in Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge blends a traditional year-end party with a local version of the midnight ball drop
Hummingbirds
Your backyard could become the "first port in the storm" for these tiny fellows having just flown hundreds of miles above the open waters
Baltimore Oriole
Attracted by fruits and nectar, these birds are often spotted in the gardens
Chennault International Airshow
Behold the thrilling performances by the US Blue Angels and other fabled jets
Baton Rouge 4th of July Fireworks, Shows, Events & Parades
Dress your best red, white, and blue, and come to salute Independence with fireworks on the river!
Defenders of Liberty Air Show
A weekend packed with amazing displays at the premier strategic bomber base
Red, White and Blue Airshow
Spectacular aeronautic performances and static aircraft displays
Satchmo SummerFest
A birthday party of a founding father of jazz—Louis Satchmo Armstrong
New Orleans Memorial Day Weekend Events
Welcome summer in The Crescent City with an array of fun-filled activities
Krampus Parade in New Orleans
Embrace the spookiness of Alpine traditions this holiday season